How to travel from Corfu to Lesbos, Greece
The distance between Corfu and Lesbos is around 693km (431 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 2h 45m.
6 routes found
We've found 6 different ways to get from Corfu to Lesbos by plane, ferry, train and bus. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Lesbos → Corfu if you're planning a return trip.
Fly
Fly from Corfu (CFU) to Mytilini (MJT).
- Duration2h 45m
- Flight time1h 55m
- Typical cost€205($205)
Aegean Airlines
+ 2 othersFerry via Athens
Take a ferry to Athens and then to Mytilene.
- Duration18h 35m
- Departs5 times a week
- Typical cost€145($145)
Multiple ferry operators
2 similiar routes
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Ferry and Train
Take a ferry to Larissa then take the train to Thessaloniki then take a ferry to Mytilene.
- Duration16h 30m
- Departsonce a week
- Typical cost€135($135)
Multiple operators
Ferry
Take a ferry to Thessaloniki and then to Mytilene.
- Duration16h 5m
- Departsonce a week
- Typical cost€105($105)
Multiple ferry operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Corfu and Lesbos
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Corfu to Lesbos by plane, ferry, train and bus. The cheapest option is to take a ferry and then take the bus which costs around €100 ($100) and will take around 20h 35m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 2h 45m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately €205 ($205).
The distance between Corfu and Lesbos is around 693km (431 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 530km (329 miles)
It takes around 2h 45m to get from Corfu and Lesbos by plane.
The quickest way to get from Corfu to Lesbos is to fly which takes around 2h 45m and will set you back approx €205 ($205).
The cheapest way to travel between Corfu and Lesbos is to take a ferry and then take the bus which will typically cost around €100 ($100) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Corfu and Lesbos. We recommend that you fly from Corfu (CFU) to Mytilini (MJT). instead which will take 2h 45m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Corfu and Lesbos. We recommend that you fly from Corfu (CFU) to Mytilini (MJT). instead which will take 2h 45m.
Ferry/Boat travel
Yes there is a ferry service that runs between Corfu and Lesbos. The ferry typically takes around 16h 5m and departs once a week.
KTEL Kerkyras, Blue Star Ferries and Hellenic Seaways run the ferry services between Corfu and Lesbos. Ferries run once a week and take around 16h 5m on average but will vary depending on conditions and travel date.
Flights and Airlines
Yes you can fly from Corfu and Lesbos. Flights depart from Corfu (CFU) and arrive at Mytilini (MJT) - via Athens (ATH). The flight takes around 1h 55m.
There is no direct flight from Corfu to Lesbos. There is however a flight that goes via Athens (ATH). This services will take at least 2h 45m (not including layover time).
The flight from Corfu to Lesbos typically takes around 1h 55m. Flights depart from Corfu (CFU) and and arrive into Mytilini (MJT).
The closest major airport to Lesbos is Mytilene International Airport (MJT) (MJT) which is approximately 54km (33 miles) from Lesbos. Chios Airport (JKH) (JKH) and Lemnos International Airport (LXS) (LXS) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.
Drive yourself
No, its not really possible or feasible to drive from Corfu to Lesbos. We recommend that you fly from Corfu (CFU) to Mytilini (MJT). instead which will take 2h 45m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Corfu to Lesbos is to fly which takes, on average, 2h 45m and will usually cost around €205 ($205).
Compare travel optionsbetween Corfu and Lesbos
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly | 2h 45m | €205($205) | hourly | 693km (431 miles) |
Ferry via Athens + 2 similar | 18h 35m | €145($145) | 5 times a week | 866km (538 miles) |
| Ferry and Bus | 20h 35m | €100($100) | twice a week | 1,150km (715 miles) |
| Ferry to Igoumenitsa, bus | 21h 35m | €150($150) | once a week | 968km (602 miles) |
Ferry and Train | 16h 30m | €135($135) | once a week | 836km (520 miles) |
Ferry | 16h 5m | €105($105) | once a week | 742km (461 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Corfu and Lesbos
Ferry operators
KTEL Kerkyras
Hellenic Seaways
Turyol
Kerkyra Lines
Train operators
Bus companies
Kamil Koc
MetroTurizm
Truva
KTEL Thesprotias
KTEL Lesvou
Airlines
Aegean Airlines
Sky Express
Airports near Lesbos
The following major airports near Lesbos offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Greece and internationally.
Mytilene International Airport (MJT)
- Distance
- 54km (33 miles) from Lesbos
Chios Airport (JKH)
- Distance
- 93km (58 miles) from Lesbos
Lemnos International Airport (LXS)
- Distance
- 106km (66 miles) from Lesbos